In the digital world, where all that matters is the likes, comments, and approval on social media. It's easy to be trapped in seeking validation from others. We need a compliment, the acknowledgment ...

Getting attention and validation paid to you can be a great thing — or the thing of nightmares. Some folks really can’t stand having all eyes on them. Others, however, love attention. They love ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. Some leaders or work cultures may not consistently provide ...

Although attention-seeking behaviors often stem from internal discomfort and personal insecurities, a 2025 study argues that they can have “ripple effects” on the social dynamics of a group setting, ...

Every child yearns to be listened to, heard, and understood. At the same time, however, a child doesn’t have the cognitive or psychological tools they need to make sense of their own painful or ...

Color psychology suggests that certain shades are linked to strong self-esteem in women, reflecting confidence, emotional ...

The importance of public speaking and self-expression skills is often overlooked and feared by many. The majority of people simply do not like it. In a period of time when technology has ...

A new study has found that while stress relief is still self-reported as the top reason people are playing video games, 46% of gamers now list “creation, imagination and self-expression” as their main ...